School District 72 operates throughout a large geographic area. Campbell River and Quadra Island schools and our school board office are located on the traditional territory of the Liǧʷiɫdax̌ʷ people. School District 72 also encompasses the traditional territory of the Klahoose (Cortes), K’ómoks (Sayward), and χʷɛmaɬkʷu (Bute Inlet) First Nations.

SUPPORT STAFF
Position: Mechanic
Posting Number: 24-MAINT-011
Term of Employment: Permanent
Hours/Day/FTE: 8 Hours/Day
Wage/Salary: $38.97
Deadline to Apply: 4:00 PM on August 25, 2024
   
Join Our Team
School District 72 is looking for a Mechanic to join our team of professionals who strive to bring the district’s learning beliefs to life.
 
School District 72 (Campbell River) is located on the east coast of central Vancouver Island, extending north to Sayward and south to Oyster River. The district also includes the outer islands of Read, Cortes, and Quadra. The district serves over 5,600 students in 18 schools with a diverse range of programs that are progressive and responsive to the educational needs and interests of students.
 
The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.
 
About the Role
The Mechanic maintains and inspects all School District buses, vehicles, and equipment to ensure compliance with district policies, the Motor Vehicle Act, and all other local, provincial, or federal regulations relating to the operation of School District fleet assets.
 
In consultation with the Director of Operations and Head Bus Driver/Leadhand Mechanic, this position plans, schedules, and completes preventive maintenance, unplanned repairs, and all other duties as assigned to ensure maximum availability of vehicles in a safe, road worthy condition to meet service requirements.
 
Specific Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain district school buses, vehicles, and other equipment to a safe operating standard.
• Inspect and certify school buses, trucks, trailers, including fuel and air brake systems for compliance with the Motor Vehicle Act and Regulations.
• Respond to in-field breakdowns.
• Research and order parts and replacement equipment as authorized by the Director of Operations or Head Bus Driver/Leadhand Mechanic.
• Act as a subject matter expert in the maintenance and operation of School District fleet equipment.
• Act as a standby bus driver as required.
• Practice good driving habits and defensive driving.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with school administrators, parents, staff, and students as well as fleet and equipment users and operators.

Bring your Expertise

• A valid BC Trades Qualification or Interprovincial Trades Qualification for heavy duty mechanical repair or commercial transport repair.
• Minimum two (2) years of journeyman experience performing mechanical work for commercial transport repair (buses).
• Commercial Vehicle Inspector certification preferred.
• A current valid BC Drivers’ License, Class 2, with airbrake endorsement.
• Thorough knowledge of the BC Motor Vehicle Act and Commercial Vehicle Safety Enforcement (CVSE) Regulation.
• A clear understanding of all bus driving functions, procedures, and equipment.
• Automotive mechanical repair would be considered an asset.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Physically capable of performing all facets of mechanical repair and bus driving.
• Possess, maintain, and provide as needed a clean Driver’s Abstract.
• A clear Criminal Record Check to be updated every five (5) years.

 
Contribute to Our Success
The Campbell River School District proudly developed a strategic plan for 2024-2028 that prioritized the following:

• Honour Indigenous World Views and Perspectives
• Student-Centred Learning Environments
• Evolving for Tomorrow

 
The following commitments are essential to all positions within the Campbell River School District:

• Commitment and adherence to workplace policies, procedures & practices.
• Commitment to standards of conduct, including behaving in a manner that is: respectful, professional, team-oriented, collegial, collaborative, ethical, honest, and trustworthy.
• Commitment to understand and implement the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.

 
Join Our Community
Campbell River is a scenic, oceanfront community framed by extensive waterfront, west coast forests and snow-capped mountains. The area is renowned for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities such as skiing, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, golf, and endless opportunities to experience nature. The moderate climate allows residents to participate in numerous outdoor activities on a year-round basis.
 
Experience the Benefits of SD72

• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• The opportunity to grow your career in a small district.
• Progressive leadership team.
• Positive collegial culture with a great sense of community.

 
Employees are eligible for extended health and dental benefits, life insurance, and participation in a pension program as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 723 along with competitive vacation and sick day entitlements.

Employment Equity
We value diversity of people to best represent the students and communities we serve as an equitable and inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, demographics and life experiences.
 
School District 72 is also committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all applicants (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodation is available on request.
 
How to Apply
Please submit applications through the School District 72 Job Connect Portal. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal record check.
 
Please ensure your application includes a cover letter stating the posting number, an updated resume and references, including most recent supervisor(s).